Cleaners

Cleaners at Australia Zoo are well respected for the great job that they do because thanks to them, our Zoo is spotless and is possibly the cleanest zoo in the whole world. These guys are some of the most important team players at Australia Zoo and we'd be lost without them.

Kylie makes a new friend in our Wildlife Photo Studio.

Kylie

Cleaner - Supervisor

Kylie joined our legendary cleaning crew in December 2012...just in time for the busy school holiday period.

Kylie has a background in car detailing and moved back to the sunshine coast to start her own cleaning business.

When a position opened up here at the zoo Kylie jumped at the chance so she can see her favourite animal, the majestic Giraffe on every shift.

John gets up close to one of our gorgeous Tasmanian Devils

John

Cleaner 2IC

John started working at Australia Zoo back in 2003 in Security and moved to Cleaners in November 2006.

John loves working at the Zoo, being around animals all day long. When he gets home he is greeted by his mischievous dog and cat who cause hours of entertainment pushing each other to their limits.

"My favourite animal at the Zoo would have to be the elephants because they are so smart and beautiful."

Sandra gets wombat cuddles!

Sandra

Cleaner

Sandra joined the Zoo Crew in December 2009 and just loves working with her mates, outside all day.

Sandra tells us that her favourite animal at the Zoo are our gorgeous wombats, as they just look so cuddly.

"For Christmas I gave one of my Granddaughters a Ripper Rhino encounter. We had a great time with DJ the rhino. I would recommend it to anyone".

Alan has a sit down with Tonka the Wombat

Alan

Cleaner

Alan really enjoys working outdoors, working with mates and seeing people enjoying themselves.

"My favourite animal at the Zoo would have to be the cheetahs because of their speed and beauty."

One of Alan's most memorable experiences while working at the Zoo, was going on a Cheeky Cheetah encounter and being able to be right up close to such an amazing animal.

Peter cuddling one of our Koalas

Peter

Cleaner

Peter joined the awesome Shuttle team in Dec 2013. He then moved to join the very busy cleaning department. He has a background in Screen printing and is keed to get out and about with our patrons showing them around this beautiful Zoo.

Michael "living the dream"

Michael

Cleaner

Michael started with the cleaning crew in Feb 2014. Michaels’ favourite animals at the Zoo are our Dingoes. Outside of the Zoo Michael enjoys bike riding, fishing, and having fun with his two dogs.

Rebecca

Rebecca

Cleaner

Rebecca joined the awesome Cleaning Crew in December 2014. Having many years doing domestic cleaning, Rebecca decided to get out with nature and help keep our beautiful Zoo sparkling.

Outside of the Zoo, Rebecca loves to travel, go camping and spending time with family and friends.

Stephen getting up close with one of our Alligators.

Stephen

Cleaner

Stephen joined the Zoo crew in May 2014, and is eager to be a part of the Cleaning Crew. Having previously worked at Maroochydore Cinemas, he is looking forward to a change and working outside and alongside our beautiful animals.

When not cleaning 100 acres of Australia Zoo, Stephen enjoys playing Golf.

The Departments

With thousands of visitors from all over the world passing through the gates daily, all team members understand the importance of making a lasting impression to our patrons. A job at Australia Zoo is more than a vocation, it's a lifestyle - just ask any of our team members. Australia Zoo employees love animals and conservation, have an exceptional self-drive attitude towards work and of course, wear the world famous khaki uniforms with pride! You just have to walk around the Zoo to feel the electricity in the air. The atmosphere creates an exciting experience for all visitors and a dream workplace environment for all employees.